AE - Sales Leader (Full-Time)

American Eagle Outfitters Inc.; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount 40% AE/Aerie

Store contests and exclusive prizes

Job summary

American Eagle Outfitters Inc. is seeking a full‑time Sales Leader to join the Store Leadership Team, owning LOD shifts and delivering a stellar guest experience. You will manage daily operations, train and motivate associates, and drive strong sales results while representing AEO values.

You will lead through coaching, uphold brand standards, and ensure the Fitting Room and Salesfloor are guest‑ready. Flexible availability and a passion for people and performance are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous retail leadership experience preferred.
• Strong multitasking, detail orientation and time management.
• Solid business sense and guest‑centric mindset.
• Flexible availability to meet store needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead LOD duties to drive sales through in-store guest experience.
• Motivate and coach associates, upholding service standards.
• Recruit, train and develop talent to meet business needs.
• Set goals, provide real-time feedback and celebrate performance.
• Execute daily visual and operational procedures and merchandising moves.
• Maintain store safety, asset protection and policy adherence.

Skills

Retail leadership

Team motivation

Customer service

Time management

Business acumen

Flexible schedule

Job description

YOUR ROLE

As the full‑time Sales Leader, you support the Store Leadership Team by rocking out strong LOD (Leader on Duty) shifts and ensuring a stellar guest experience. You hold down the daily operations of the store as needed. You train, motivate and celebrate associates and you have a passion for driving killer sales results. Most importantly, you represent our company values and bring your REAL self to work every day.

Your Responsibilities

• You have a passion for driving sales: as a key LOD (Leader on Duty), you're an expert at driving sales by maximizing Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity and building guest loyalty through a best‑in‑class, in‑store guest experience. You support Store Leadership in doing what it takes to maximize business opportunities to drive KPI results.
• You're a people leader: you're all about motivating and inspiring the team through AEO's core values. You're a role‑model leader and you always hold associates accountable to rocking AEO's service standards, especially on the Salesfloor and in the Fitting Room.
• You've got an eye for talent and a love of training: you make it a top priority to recruit and hire strong talent to ensure the store is always staffed to meet business needs. You take pride in training and developing associates to ensure they continue to provide outstanding service and represent a Guest First culture.
• You know that teamwork makes the dream work: you challenge Sales and Stock Associates with clear, attainable goals and consistently provide ongoing performance feedback through real‑time coaching. You motivate associates and drive engagement by celebrating outstanding performance – #winning!
• You're a visual & operational innovator: you're a natural at executing and innovating daily visual and operational procedures including shipment processing, merchandising moves and visual standards. Most importantly, you ensure the Fitting Rooms are always guest‑ready and rocking AEO Brand Standards.
• Integrity is your middle name: you ensure store safety standards are maintained, you're committed to Asset Protection standards, you always adhere to AEO's policies and procedures, and you do the right thing – always.

You'd Be Great For This Role If

• You love AE and Aerie products!
• You've led teams in a retail management role previously – #practicemakesperfect!
• You can multi‑task and have attention to detail; priority‑setting and time management are your strong suits.
• Business acumen? You've got it!
• You have flexible availability – you're available to work when the guest shops!

Our Associates Love Aeo Because

• They work with REAL people – there's nothing like your #AEOFamily.
• They're given opportunities for development, the chance to learn new skills, and are offered great potential for career advancement.
• They receive 40% off product at both AE & Aerie year‑round (plus additional seasonal discounts with new Floorsets!)
• They participate in store contests for the chance to win FREE merchandise and other exclusive prizes.

About Us

American Eagle is a leading American jeans and apparel brand, the go‑to destination for casual style, embraced by generations of youth since 1977. We are rooted in authenticity, powered by positivity and inspired by our community. Our collections are designed to inspire self‑expression and empower our customers to celebrate their own uniqueness. We have broadened our leadership by producing innovative, sustainable fabrics.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity ("EEO") laws. AEO prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of the individual's race or color, religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or partnership status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This applies to all AEO activities, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, performance evaluation, discipline and discharge. AEO also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law.

For Brand Ambassador and Stock positions, hiring will be based on need, however, applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. For all other store jobs, applications will be accepted until the Apply Before date (if applicable), but may be extended based on applicant volume.

Pay/Benefits Information

• Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
• Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
• Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part‑time or full‑time / exempt or non‑exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please click HERE .
• AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.